Female Doctor Outsmarts Misogynist Patients at Hospital
In a world still grappling with patriarchy and gender biases, a female doctor at a developing country’s public hospital recently demonstrated her resilience against misogyny. Her story, shared by u/BawseGal23, shed light on the pervasive issue of gender discrimination in healthcare. Her post, titled “Assume I’m not qualified enough for you. Then keep waiting!” showcased her ingenious response to the biased assumptions of her patients.
Working tirelessly in a busy hospital, the doctor primarily attended to stable patients for quick reviews and prescription refills, a responsibility often handled by female health extension officers. One day, as she prepared to assist the next patient in line, she encountered a disheartening display of prejudice. The patient, upon seeing her, dismissively remarked, “I’ll wait for a doctor to attend to me.” This was not an isolated incident, as another patient in line followed suit with a similar assumption.
Undeterred by these unjust judgments based solely on her gender, the doctor pressed on with her duties, attending to all the patients in the queue. In the end, only the two former patients who had doubted her abilities were left “waiting for a doctor to attend” to them.
This doctor’s story serves as a testament to the persistent biases women in the medical profession face. Her unwavering commitment and professionalism not only outsmarted the misogynistic patients but also highlighted the need for continued efforts to combat gender discrimination in healthcare.
Re-reported from the article originally published in The Scoop
